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[E4] Europäischer Fernwanderweg [004] vs Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange"

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

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[E4] Europäischer Fernwanderweg [004] Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange"
Distance 31 mi49 km 57 mi91 km
Elevation gain 11,549 ft3,520 m 2,211 ft674 m
Typical duration 3 days 4 days
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Germany Germany
Best time to hike Best months: June, August, October Best months: March, April, May, June, August, October, November
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[E4] Europäischer Fernwanderweg [004] vs Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange": which should you hike?

At 57 mi91 km, Jakobspilgerweg Rheinhessen Pfalz "Klosterroute Worms-Metz Nordspange" is the longer route — roughly 26 mi42 km more than [E4] Europäischer Fernwanderweg [004] (31 mi49 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, [E4] Europäischer Fernwanderweg [004] is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.